vindication
noun/ˌvɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #14,003 most common English word
Meaning
proof that someone or something is right, justified, or free from blame
Example sentence
Her promotion was seen as vindication of her years of hard work and dedication.
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